Edible Garden AG Inc. has completed an additional production line at its Heartland facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, that strengthens the company’s production capacity and enhances its ability to serve customers across the Midwest region.
According to the company, the new production line increases the facility’s output while improving efficiency and scalability to meet growing demand for the company’s fresh, sustainably grown produce.
The added capacity also will enable Edible Garden to accelerate its strategic expansion in the Midwest by streamlining logistics and reducing reliance on third-party suppliers.
“The addition of this new production line represents an important advancement for Edible Garden as we continue to scale our operations and meet the increasing demand from our retail partners,” said CEO Jim Kras.
“As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season, which is traditionally our busiest quarter, this expansion not only strengthens our position with key customers like Kroger, Meijer and Walmart but also enhances our ability to deliver fresher, more sustainable products to consumers more efficiently.
“Over the past year, we have transformed our Grand Rapids facility into a highly efficient, technology-driven operation. By leveraging our patented GreenThumb greenhouse management platform, we have improved traceability and operational oversight across every step of our supply chain.
“The facility now houses several high-speed packing lines and fully integrated processing systems that enable us to uphold our commitment to quality, safety and sustainability while supporting continued growth across the region.
“This latest expansion is another step forward in our mission to provide locally grown produce with the highest standards of freshness and responsibility.”
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About Edible Garden
Edible Garden AG Inc. is a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), delivering locally-grown, organic, better-for-you, sustainable produce and products through its Zero-Waste Inspired next-generation farming model.
Available in more than 5,000 retail locations across the U.S., Caribbean and South America, Edible Garden operates vertically integrated greenhouses and processing facilities, including the Heartland facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan; the Prairie Hills facility in Webster City, Iowa; and its headquarters in Belvidere, New Jersey.